Specialist assessment where jaw function or alignment is central.
Temporomandibular joint conditions and orthognathic surgery are both included in Dr Bithrey’s published clinical scope.
These joints connect the lower jaw to the skull. Symptoms can have many causes, so individual assessment matters.
Jaw-joint concerns
A specialist assessment may be appropriate when a referring clinician believes the jaw joint or associated structures need maxillofacial evaluation.
This page intentionally does not diagnose jaw pain, clicking, locking or headaches; those symptoms can have multiple causes.
Jaw-alignment surgery
Orthognathic surgery is surgery to reposition the jaws when alignment is part of a functional or structural problem. Planning is individual and may involve other dental or medical professionals depending on the case.
Questions to bring to a jaw-surgery consultation.
Ask the surgeon to explain the clinical findings and what further information is needed.
Find out whether imaging, dental records or other specialist input forms part of planning.
Discuss reasonable options, expected trade-offs and why one route may be preferred.
Ask about follow-up, recovery planning and whom to contact if concerns arise.